8 Menswear Rules You Should Follow

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He Spoke Style
Oct 12, 2026  #1 #2 #3

There are plenty of menswear rules you can and sometimes should break. But some rules exist for a reason.

From getting your suit jacket to fit and drape properly to mastering the small details that separate a well-dressed man from everyone else, these are 8 classic menswear rules every man should know and follow.

In this video, I'll break down the reasoning behind each rule, why it matters, and how these small details can make a big difference in how you look and present yourself.

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CHAPTERS:
0:00 — 8 Menswear Rules You Should Follow
0:28 — #1: Unbutton Jacket When Sitting
1:54 — #2: Never Button the Bottom Button
3:01 — #3: Always Show Shirt Cuff
4:12 — #4: Your Jacket Should Cover Your Butt
5:14 — #5: Tie Darker Than Shirt
6:13 — #6: Never Wear Suspenders & Belt Together
7:14 — #7: Match Black Tie Facings
8:41 — #8: Never Button Bottom Waistcoat Button
10:04 — Rules You Can Actually Break

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